Clinical Laboratory Director

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University in Indiana University School of Medicine seeks a Clinical Laboratory Director with strong leadership in molecular genetics and cytogenetics. The role includes directing CLIA/CAP accredited labs, guiding diagnostic services, and advancing academic research in genetics.

The candidate will participate in teaching residents and fellows, contribute to the fellowship program in Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, and collaborate across departments to improve patient care and outcomes

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics.
• Experience leading CLIA/CAP accredited clinical laboratories.
• Strong teaching and mentoring skills across trainees and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee clinical molecular and cytogenetic labs.
• Oversee education and fellowship training within the division.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and CLIA/CAP accreditation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Genetics

Laboratory Management

Teaching & Training

Education

MD/PhD or PhD

Job description

Title Clinical Laboratory Director Specific Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Clinical Medical & Molecular Genetics Appointment Type Clinical Track Faculty Department IUSM - Medical & Molecular Genetics Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary

The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics of the Indiana University School of Medicine is recruiting a Board-certified/Board Eligible M.D., or MD/PhD, or PhD for a Clinical Laboratory Director role in the Division of Diagnostic Genomics and Therapeutics.

We are soliciting applications from outstanding candidates with demonstrated experience in both Clinical Molecular and Cytogenetic laboratory diagnostics. The Division of Diagnostic Genomics and Therapeutics includes five CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited clinical laboratories which together make up the IU Genetic Testing Laboratories. These include: Molecular Genetics, Cytogenetics, Pharmacogenomics, Biochemical Genetics and Diagnostic Genomics, which performs high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing. The successful candidate will participate in a busy and expanding diagnostic laboratory service, which offers prenatal, constitutional and oncology services for University and state-wide patient care. In addition, the individual will participate in our ACGME-accredited Laboratory Genetics and Genomics fellowship training program and participate in training residents and graduate students as part of the departmental teaching mission. The academic appointment, salary and benefit package is commensurate with qualifications. Certification (or eligibility) by the ABMGG in both Clinical Molecular Genetics and Cytogenetics, or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics, is required.

IU School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the United States. With nine campuses located throughout the state of Indiana, IUSM provides students and faculty with access to a large and varied patient population. Due to the strong collaborative partnerships between the school and statewide teaching hospitals and other clinical facilities, individuals seeking health care services from IUSM faculty receive the highest quality care that reflects advances in medical research. The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at IUSM was one of the first human genetics departments in the country and has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. The department offers a highly collegial and interdisciplinary environment that spans clinical medicine and basic research. See https://medicine.iu.edu/genetics

Join a vibrant and collaborative research community at the nation’s largest medical school.

Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the state of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the nation’s largest concentrations of health sciences companies. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city and surrounding suburbs enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years.

IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.

Indy: https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate or Terminal degree required.
• ABMGG board certification or board eligibility is required.

Department Contact for Questions

• Hunter Hartman – [e-mail]

Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date Posting Number IUSM-02393-2026